Sambucus canadensis 'York' - 30-40 CM C1.5

Description
The American elder (Sambucus canadensis) is an upright, branched garden plant that produces creamy white flowers arranged in umbrella clusters. They appear from July to August. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 3 metres and grows to a width of approx. 3 metres.

Frost hardiness
The American elder has good frost hardiness.

Growth
American elder is upright and branched in structure. It usually grows 20 - 40 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The creamy white flowers of American elder appear in umbrella clusters from July to August.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub

Root
Sambucus canadensis is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms densely branched roots.